WHITE OLIVE

SCORE: 22 POINTS

Thursday, October 24, 2024

Overview

WHITE OLIVE in Midtown Times Square underwent a NYC health inspection on October 24, 2024 and scored 22 points. The inspection found 3 violations, including 3 critical.

Address
33 WEST 55 STREET
Manhattan, NY 10019
Cuisine
Mediterranean
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations
3 total
⚠ 3 critical
Facility History
3 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 03A

Food from unapproved or unknown source

Food, prohibited, from unapproved or unknown source, home canned or home prepared. Animal slaughtered, butchered or dressed (eviscerated, skinned) in establishment. Reduced Oxygen Packaged (ROP) fish not frozen before processing. ROP food prepared on premises transported to another site.

⚠️ Why This Matters

Unapproved sources may contain parasites, chemicals, or pathogens not eliminated by cooking

📋 Code Requirements

Purchase from licensed, inspected suppliers; maintain invoices; no home-prepared foods

CDC Risk Factor: Food from Unsafe Sources
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.11
⚠ CRITICAL 06E

NYC Health Code Violation 06E

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 06E to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.

📋 Code Requirements

Follow NYC Health Code Article 81 requirements. Implement corrective action immediately. Document all corrections. Train staff on proper procedures. Schedule follow-up inspection if critical.

⚠ CRITICAL 10G

Dishwashing facilities inadequate

Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

⚠️ Why This Matters

Inadequate dishwashing spreads bacteria across all utensils and tableware

📋 Code Requirements

Three-compartment sink or approved dishwasher; proper wash, rinse, sanitize procedures

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment/Protection from Contamination
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.21
Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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WHITE OLIVE — Inspection Questions

Did WHITE OLIVE pass their NYC health inspection on October 24, 2024?
WHITE OLIVE underwent inspection on October 24, 2024 with a score of 22 points. The inspection found 3 violation(s).
What critical violations did WHITE OLIVE have?
WHITE OLIVE had 3 critical violation(s) during their inspection. Critical violations directly contribute to foodborne illness and must be corrected immediately. These include issues with temperature control, hand washing, cross-contamination, and pest infestations.
What does violation code 03A mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 03A (Food from unapproved or unknown source) is a critical violation. All food must come from approved, inspected sources to ensure safety Unapproved sources may contain parasites, chemicals, or pathogens not eliminated by cooking
What does violation code 06E mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 06E (NYC Health Code Violation 06E) is a critical violation. Violation of NYC Health Code requirements HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 06E to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.
What does violation code 10G mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 10G (Dishwashing facilities inadequate) is a major violation. Proper warewashing facilities and procedures required to sanitize equipment Inadequate dishwashing spreads bacteria across all utensils and tableware